What this change means
Wind following wind: the second through fifth lines move, and both trigrams become Wind. In 57 Gentleness, the resulting hexagram, the bottom and top lines hold still, and the advice lives there. Its first line warns against indecision; going back and forth will delay you, and firm action is better than wavering. Its top line says that if you lose heart and drop your project because results haven't shown up yet, you can lose what you've already gained. Coming from the open, sunlit advance, this is a quieter movement, success by small steps and soft persistence. Choose a path and stay on it steadily. Don't stall in doubt at the start, and don't give up near the end. Watch for discouragement disguised as realism. Gentle doesn't mean hesitant here; it means patient and constant.
What to read, in order
Marked ● is what Zhu Xi's tradition puts at the center for this number of moving lines.
- Line 1 of 57 Gentleness, which stays still
Don't give in to indecision: going forward and back will delay your success. Right now firm, decisive action is better than wavering.
Advancing and retreating. The constancy of the warrior is favorable.
- Line 6 of 57 Gentleness, which stays still
If you lose heart and drop the project because you don't see results yet, you'll lose what you've gained.
Yielding beneath the bed. Loses goods and axe. Even with constancy, misfortune.
- The judgment of 35 Advance
A time of growth and achievement is coming, and you should make the most of it. You'll receive help and favors from important people. If you need something, don't hesitate to ask: doors will open for you. Your talents are recognized, and just as you receive help, it's also a time to contribute to the growth and betterment of others.
The lord of Kang is granted horses in great numbers; in a single day he is received three times.
- Line 2 of 35 Advance
Even if at first you don't get help from the person you asked, don't be sad. Stay open and keep at it, and that same person will give you the help you need and deserve.
Advancing, and grieving. Constancy brings good fortune. This great blessing is received from their grandmother.
- Line 3 of 35 Advance
You move forward together, with the support of others, and they'll back you in the areas where you find it hard to advance.
All agree. Regret vanishes.
- Line 4 of 35 Advance
As you advance, it's important not to pile up wealth or power just for your own benefit, because that will block your progress.
Advancing like a field rat. Constancy is in danger.
- Line 5 of 35 Advance
To advance and, as you do, to contribute to others is a sign of greatness, and it will keep your progress going. There's no reason to regret what you've given along the way.
Regret vanishes. Loss or gain: don't be troubled. Going brings good fortune. Nothing that is not favorable.
- The judgment of 57 Gentleness
It's a time when you'll gain and succeed through gentleness. This isn't the time for big actions, or for using pressure or force. It's a time to choose a path and stay on it steadily. Even if you don't see much progress, success will show itself through the build-up of small actions and through seeking the support of those above you.
Small success. It is favorable to have somewhere to go. It is favorable to see the great person.
The trigrams
The way back
57 Gentleness → 35 Advancelines 2, 3, 4, and 5
Other transformations of Advance
- 26Great Achievementslines 1, 2, 3, and 4
- 1Activitylines 1, 2, 3, and 5
- 61Inner Integritylines 1, 2, 4, and 5
- 37The Tribelines 1, 3, 4, and 5
- 34Great Manifestationlines 1, 2, 3, and 6
- 19Fleeting Successlines 1, 2, 4, and 6
- 36Darknesslines 1, 3, 4, and 6
- 46Going Uplines 2, 3, 4, and 6
- 58Inner Peacelines 1, 2, 5, and 6
- 49Renewallines 1, 3, 5, and 6
- 28Excesseslines 2, 3, 5, and 6
- 3Initial Obstacleslines 1, 4, 5, and 6
- 29Waterlines 2, 4, 5, and 6
- 39Held Backlines 3, 4, 5, and 6
Make your own cast
The answer changes with the question. Toss the coins and see which lines move for you.